Senior software engineer

Company Description

VERSANT is a leading force in news, sports and entertainment - home to iconic and trusted brands that inspire, inform, and delight audiences. Our unique combination of content, technology and services enriches the cultural fabric, igniting passions, sparking conversations, and connecting people to what they love most.

As an independent, publicly traded company, VERSANT brings together powerhouse cable networks - including USA Network, CNBC, MS NOW (formerly MSNBC), Oxygen, E!, SYFY, and Golf Channel - with dynamic digital and direct-to-consumer brands such as Fandango, Rotten Tomatoes, GolfNow, GolfPass, and SportsEngine. Together, these businesses reflect our commitment to delivering exceptional experiences across every screen and service.

VERSANT is an industry-changing media company fueled by innovation and an entrepreneurial spirit. With a strong foundation and a forward-looking vision, VERSANT empowers creativity, embraces change, and drives connection in an ever-evolving world.

Fandango is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to help drive the development of high-impact systems and services that power our rewards and promotional platforms. As a senior member of the engineering team, you’ll play a key role in designing, developing, and scaling web applications that reach millions of users. This is an opportunity to collaborate across disciplines, mentor teammates, and shape the technical direction of critical consumer-facing features. We're looking for engineers who are not only technically strong but also collaborative, curious, and committed to continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain scalable web applications for Fandango Rewards and promotional platforms
• Develop internal and public APIs Write clean, maintainable, and testable code using modern JavaScript (Node.js)
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams—including Product, QA, and UX—to deliver exceptional user experiences
• Participate in and lead technical design discussions and code reviews
• Troubleshoot complex issues in production systems and implement long-term solutions
• Mentor junior developers and contribute to team knowledge sharing
• Actively participate in Agile ceremonies (e.g., standups, retros, sprint planning)
• Contribute to DevOps processes: CI/CD, monitoring, observability, deployment best practices

• BS degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent practical experience
• 5+ years of experience in backend or full-stack software development
• Strong understanding of software engineering best practices and design patterns
• Proficient in JavaScript / TypeScript, Node.js and related frameworks (e.g., Express, React)
• Experience working with both SQL (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL) and NoSQL (e.g., MongoDB, DynamoDB) data stores Experience with designing and building RESTful APIs Familiarity with Amazon Web Services (AWS)
• Experience with microservice architecture: designing systems using Lambda, SQS/SNS and DynamoDB
• Proficient with version control systems (e.g., Git)
• Solid foundation in networking, infrastructure, and application security principles

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience developing large-scale, consumer-facing web applications
• Familiarity with front-end frameworks like React Experience with test-driven development (TDD) or behavior-driven development (BDD)
• Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments
• Hands-on experience with CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure-as-code tools
• Knowledge of PCI compliance or other security-critical environments
• Familiarity with using AI tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot, ChatGPT) to assist in coding, debugging, and problem-solving workflows

What Sets You Apart Passionate about clean, reliable, and scalable code Strong communication and collaboration skills Comfortable balancing short-term delivery needs with long-term architecture goals A growth mindset—eager to explore new technologies and continuously improve A team player who supports and uplifts others

Fully Remote: This role has been designated as fully remote, meaning it is expected to be performed from a non-Versant worksite, typically an employee’s residence.

As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with a VERSANT Media employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. VERSANT Media's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

For LA County and City Residents Only: VERSANT Media will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories, or arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with relevant legal requirements, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, and the California Fair Chance Act, where applicable.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to [email protected].

VERSANT Media is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. We include a good faith pay range for each position to comply with applicable state and local pay transparency laws and to promote equity across our organization. Actual compensation will be based on factors such as the candidate's skills, qualifications, experience, and location and may include additional forms of compensation and benefits such as health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, etc.

VERSANT Media is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at VERSANT via-email, the Internet, or in any form and/or method without a valid written Statement of Work in place for this position from VERSANT's Talent Acquisition team will be deemed the sole property of VERSANT. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by VERSANT as a result of the referral or through other means.